Monitoring What Matters: Recovery Capital Measurement

This quick read provides an overview of instruments for measuring and monitoring recovery capital. Recovery capital refers to the support systems and resources that enable individuals to initiate and sustain recovery from substance use. Recovery capital is unique to each individual, shaped by personal history, community context, and the stage of one’s recovery journey. Measuring and documenting recovery capital provides insight into a person’s strengths and identifies gaps that may affect their ability to sustain recovery. A growing number of instruments have been developed to support this work, and recovery service providers are encouraged to select assessment tools that best align with the needs, cultural contexts, and practical capacities of the populations they serve.